Basira for Transactions

Ministry of Commerce and Industry (Single Window) · MC-14

Sale or Transfer of a Business

Selling or transferring a commercial shop and moving the sole proprietorship CR to a new owner, with the trade licence and establishment card updated accordingly.

Basira fee270 QAR

Government fees are paid separately with the official receipt and are not part of Basira’s fee.

What we do

  1. Preparing the transfer agreement
  2. transferring the sole proprietorship CR
  3. updating the licence and establishment card

Documents you provide

  • CR and trade licence copies
  • QID copies of the seller and buyer
  • Sale or transfer agreement signed by both parties
  • Lease contract or landlord's consent to the transfer
  • Tax clearance certificate on request
  • Authorization letter or power of attorney for Basira
Approximate timeApprox. 1–3 weeks

The transfer agreement may need notarisation, and the status of workers linked to the establishment must be settled.

Frequently asked questions

How much does “Sale or Transfer of a Business” cost with Basira?

Basira’s fee is 270 QAR; government fees are paid separately with the official receipt.

Which documents are needed for “Sale or Transfer of a Business”?

CR and trade licence copies; QID copies of the seller and buyer; Sale or transfer agreement signed by both parties; Lease contract or landlord's consent to the transfer; Tax clearance certificate on request; Authorization letter or power of attorney for Basira.

How long does “Sale or Transfer of a Business” take?

Approx. 1–3 weeks.

How do I request it?

Press “Request this service” to prepare a quote in your name, or message us on WhatsApp at +974 7223 2609. We review your documents and confirm the steps before we start.

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